Special District Assistant

Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins and Mott L.L.P.•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins and Mott LLP (PBFCM) has an immediate opening for a Special District Assistant in our Houston office. PBFCM has been in business since 1970. We represent more than 2000 governmental entities in Texas school districts, cities, counties, hospital districts, appraisal districts, and special districts. We have grown steadily every year. We currently have 15 offices across Texas with over 50 attorneys and more than 400 employees. Founded on the principles of honesty and ethical conduct our success is due to our refusal to deviate from these core values. This is a full time position with great benefits including medical, dental, vision and a generous PTO policy. PBFCM offers a professional, yet casual environment. We are a law firm committed to quality and integrity. This position is a great way to get started in the legal field and learn valuable skills.

Requirements

Previous office experience required
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Access, Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and prioritize tasks
Strict attention to detail
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational and time management skills
Punctuality and dependability

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish) skills a plus
Certifications and/or College Degree (Preferred)
Excellent critical thinking skills
Superior computer skills and knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Access database
Established Customer Service skills
Proactive work ethic

Responsibilities

Review multiple districts for water termination candidates
Prepare various water termination letters and tags
Receive and make phone calls daily from and to clients, taxpayers, and water departments
Maintain documents within e-Cabinet system
Correspond daily via email with clients, taxpayers, and water departments
Follow up regularly on current and older water termination statuses
Maintain and update our Access database system
Track correspondence sent, received or requiring further action due to water terminations
Meet daily and weekly deadlines related to the water termination districts
Track payment agreements
Additional clerical or administrative duties, as needed or assigned